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Overweight and Seizures-are they related?
Sat, 12/02/2006 - 13:20Topic: Women With Epilepsy
I was diagnosed with epilepsy this past spring. I have always been a little "heavy", but with in the past two or three years I have really put on the weight. I have been wondering - if I loose weight will it help with controling my seizures? Like most people that I have come in contact with that are overweight - I REALLY WANT TO LOOSE WEIGHT! I am wondering if there is any one else out there that may have thought like I have. And if there is have they been successful. I know that being overweight is unhealthy all the way around, but I wonder if there may be really something to do with the medication absorption and that kind of thing - if there is more of you - you need more meds - or if there is less then you will need less! I hope that makes sense. I hope to hear from someone else on this, and I guess if I am nuts putting these two things together, then someone will maybe tell me that too.
Comments
Yes, the meds do affect your
Submitted by Marci L on Thu, 2018-12-20 - 16:51
Yes, the meds do affect your weight, primarily because they slow your brain activity, which in turn prevents seizures. Losing weight is hard, esp with epilepsy, so ask your doctor for reccommendations. I know how frustrating this can be, but it is possible. Someone told mew that one small thing to do is walk for 10-15 minutes for every 60-90 minutes you spend sitting. It sounds like a lot, but if you're watching tv, do a few minutes during commercials or when programs change. Losing weight can make a difference, which I learned after heart surgery. Nothing like life- altering circumstances to change your priorities, Also ask your dr about a local gym facility that has medically trained staff. Most cities should have something, usually sponsored or operated by a local hospital. Good luck!
I forgot, I received the
Submitted by Marci L on Thu, 2018-12-20 - 16:51
I forgot, I received the vagus stimulator in 2001, which did help.
I forgot, I received the
Submitted by Marci L on Thu, 2018-12-20 - 16:33
I forgot, I received the vagus stimulator in 2001, which did help.